Harissa-Spiced Vegetable Couscous
Cuisine
North Africa
Author
Mac
Servings
4
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
This Harissa-Spiced Vegetable Couscous is a delightful North African-inspired dish that showcases the fragrant and slightly minty aroma of the harissa spice blend. Perfect for a hearty evening meal, this recipe serves 4 to 5 people and can be prepared and cooked in less than 40 minutes.
Ingredients
- 200g couscous
- 450ml vegetable stock
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 courgette, chopped
- 1 aubergine, chopped
- 400g tin of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tsp Harissa spice blend
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh coriander, for garnish
Directions
In a large bowl, add the couscous and pour over the hot vegetable stock. Cover and set aside for 10 minutes, or until the couscous has absorbed the stock and is tender.
In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
Add the red bell pepper, courgette, and aubergine to the pan, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the chickpeas and Harissa spice blend, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld together.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the vegetable mixture over the couscous and garnish with fresh coriander.
Recipe Note
The Harissa spice blend originates from North African countries and is often described as Tunisia's national condiment. This versatile spice mix can be used in various dishes, including as a BBQ rub or sprinkled over roasted vegetables. The Harissa-Spiced Vegetable Couscous recipe showcases the unique flavours of the spice blend, creating a delicious and satisfying meal for the whole family.
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Harissa
Harissa is widely used in North Africa. This is one of our hottest spices but we have created a subtle blend to allow the flavours to come through.
Harissa
Harissa is widely used in North Africa. This is one of our hottest spices but we have created a subtle blend to allow the flavours to come through.